14 Interesting Facts You Have to Read About Bridgerton
If you love The Bridgerton book series and are up to date with every season, you might think you know all there is to know about the Netflix series.
However, like Lady Whistledown, we here at List World are always digging for fun facts that’ll surprise our readers, which is why we are confident there will be some trivia you don’t know about the show below.
Keep reading to discover 14 facts you have to read about Bridgerton.
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1. Jonathan Bailey Created The Bridgerton Manual for His On-Screen Siblings
Following his lead role in season 2 of Bridgerton, Jonathan Bailey took the time to create The Bridgerton Manual for his on-screen siblings.
He created a helpful manual to provide the actors with a safety net during filming, as it was designed to help them navigate the pressures of transitioning to a lead role.
While he hasn’t revealed what’s inside the manual, it is believed to offer many helpful tips on how to cope with the intense filming schedule, the role as lead, and the fame that follows.
Luke Newton, who had the lead role in season 3, commented that The Bridgerton Manual was incredibly helpful.
Season 4’s lead, Luke Thompson, also appreciated the help but stated he decided to “navigate it himself” as it is a deeply personal experience.
2. Nicola Coughlan Practiced Eavesdropping
Nicola Coughlan embraced a spot of method acting to prepare for her role as Lady Whistledown.
In an attempt to step into her gossiping character’s shoes, the talented actress would often eavesdrop on conversations during season one of filming Bridgerton.
Coughlan also confessed she continued this bad habit in her real life, as she would often find herself listening in on strangers’ conversations in public.
3. The Duke’s Spoon is from a London Flea Market
Many people replayed Regé-Jean Page licking a spoon in season one, which was so popular that it earned its own Instagram account.
However, what you might not know is that it is actually a vintage spoon found at a London flea market. It was so old that the props team had to sterilise the spoon many times.
4. A Half-Inflated Netball is Used for Steamy Scenes
Bridgerton isn’t short of steamy scenes, as every lead character has a moment to get hot and heavy underneath the sheets (or inside a carriage).
To ensure each cast member feels comfortable on set, they will work with an intimacy co-ordinator to choreograph the scenes.
Also, a half-inflated netball is typically placed between the actors during intimate scenes, which prevents physical contact while supporting rhythmic movement.
5. Benedict’s Country Home Features in Spice World
If Benedict’s country home, My Cottage, looks familiar, that’s because it featured in Spice World (1997).
Filmed at Loseley Park in Guildford, Surrey, the stunning house served as the Spice Girls’ hideaway in the iconic film.
6. Queen Charlotte’s Sniffing is a Historical Detail
Queen Charlotte’s character is inspired by Sophia Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, who served as Queen of Great Britain and Ireland after marrying King George III in 1761.
In addition to serving as queen for 57 years, the Queen developed a reputation for her addiction to ground tobacco, known as snuff. As a result, she was nicknamed “Snuffy Charlotte.”
It inspired Bridgerton‘s Queen Charlotte’s sniffing habit. Golda Rosheuvel, who play the monarch, told Today that she doesn’t use real tobacco on set, as it is a form of sugar and stated she often experiences a “wild sugar rush” after a long day of filming.
7. The Kennedys Inspired the Bridgerton Family
According to Will Hughes-Jones, Bridgerton’s production designer, the Bridgerton family is loosely inspired by the Kennedys.
He took inspiration from the Kennedys to perfect the Bridgerton’s image, as they are a classy yet understated family that come from old money.
8. The Featheringtons Are Loosely Based on the Kardashians
Will Hughes-Jones also stated the Featheringtons are loosely modelled on the Kardashians, as they are a flashy, new money family who enjoy bold, gaudy colors and attempt to fit in with wealthy families.
9. Sophie’s Name is Different in the Book
Sophie’s name differs in the original book, An Offer From a Gentleman, as Benedict’s love interest is called Sophie Beckett.
However, the showrunners changed her name to Sophie Baek in season four of Bridgerton to reflect Yerin Ha’s Korean heritage.
Yerin reportedly chose the surname and believed Baek was a fitting alternative for the character, as it matched her Korean descent while retaining the B initial from the much-loved book.
10. The Season 4 Easter Egg Dress
Nicola Coughlan’s dress at the masquerade ball in season four of Bridgerton was a personal tribute to the actress’s real-life fashion sense.
The costume designers were inspired by the silhouette of a Dior dress Coughlan wore during the season 3 press tour.
As they loved the look, they decided to create a Bridgerton-inspired version to help her character stand out at the ball.
11. Daphne’s Look is Inspired by Audrey Hepburn
Daphne’s season one look was reportedly based on actress and fashion icon Audrey Hepburn, who inspired her fringe and soft blue dresses.
It is believed the costume designers modelled Daphne on Hepburn’s character in War and Peace (1956).
12. 15,000 Bespoke Costumes
Bridgeton’s Regency Era dresses are a huge part of the show and are a tall task for production every season.
To put this into perspective, 15,000 bespoke costume pieces have been created for the actors across the first four seasons of Bridgerton. Impressive!
7,500 original pieces were created specifically for season one alone, with Phoebe Dynevor requiring an incredible 104 costume changes.
13. The Wisteria is Fake
As beautiful as the Bridgerton home appears, it might surprise you to learn that the gorgeous purple wisteria flowers decorating the exterior are fake.
The production team had no choice but to use fake wisteria, as the flower only blooms for a short amount of time.
For this reason, the crew spent many hours attaching thousands of silk artificial flowers to the beautiful house.
14. Julie Andrews Has Never Met the Cast
Despite providing the iconic voice of Lady Whistledown since season one, legendary actress Julie Andrews has never set foot on the Bridgerton set.
Also, she has never met any of the cast in person, as she often records her narration in New York, where she lives. However, she has stated she thinks the cast is “terrific.”
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